Named in honor of Kin Endate (1960– ), a very active amateur astronomer who has been observing and discovering minor planets during the past few years. He lives in Bihoro {see planet  (4460)} and works for the Endate Craft Company, where he makes wooden crafts, trays, cylinders, sugar pots, vessels, etc., along with the help of his family. (M 16593) _ _.